Bullish Nancy insists he is not worried about being fired however the Parkhead faithful unleash anger after loss.
The under-pressure manager insisted he did not fear the sack, claiming, “The team is very near to a turnaround,” in the wake of sliding worryingly close to the exit with a heavy setback against their arch-rivals.
Another Capitulation Results in Derby Disaster
Celtic were ahead Rangers at the break but a second-half capitulation allowed the Gers to move level on points with the defending Scottish Premiership champions. The French coach, who was hired from the MLS, has now presided over six losses in eight games.
“There is unity at the club,” said Nancy.
Questioned about the speculation, the 48-year-old responded: “I don’t think about it. I concentrate on finding ways to get the team to excel on small moments.
Fan Fury On Display
Hundreds of supporters made their feelings clear – aimed at the board and manager – by gathering outside the stadium. The hierarchy would be most likely to bring back the former boss, who had a fruitful interim spell last year, should a change be made.
“The outcomes [that leads to pressure]. And that’s the truth for the moment. Yet in stating that’s how it is, that is not a sign that I am pessimistic. Not at all. My point is the turnaround is near, imminently close to change the narrative.”
“Really, Really Close”
Nancy remains focused on the fact the side play well for a half at a time. For instance, if not for wastefulness in front of goal they could have been more than 1-0 up. “There were positives aside from the fact that we didn't take more goals,” he said. “I know that we lost, but I have also to be objective.
“The standard we had at certain moments was exceptionally high. That happened. I could not talk like that if it was untrue. Therefore, in terms of results, I noted this is the same story. Which is why I believe a change is coming to getting it right. Currently: small things.”
“There were many, many good things that we did, once more. But now comes down to sustaining it. My message would be different if it was not the case. This is why I am a big believer we will manage to turn things around.”
The Rangers Boss Stance
Danny Röhl refused to contemplate a championship push even after what felt like a huge result. “One match at a time, and we can really build up a challenge,” he said. “The faith in the team is outstanding.”
